JOB-20241107-6cc90b48

Occupational Therapist Mental Health Team
Location: Westpark 26, Chelston, Wellington, TA21 9FF
Facility: Wellesley Hospital
Employer: Elysium Healthcare
Contract: Permanent Full Time (flexible hours may be available)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Occupational Therapist to join the Mental Health Team at Wellesley Hospital in Wellington. This purpose-built 75-bed facility provides specialist care for men and women experiencing mental health disorders. You will play a vital role in promoting recovery, independence, and wellbeing through high-quality occupational therapy interventions within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Perks and Benefits

Elysium Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), plus your birthday off and the option to purchase additional leave

• Ongoing professional development and structured career progression

• Access to the Ely-Vate platform for discounts, savings, and wellbeing support

• Blue Light Card discounts

• Life Assurance

• Stream instant wage access and financial wellbeing support

• 24/7 GP access and second medical opinion services

• Enhanced Maternity Package

• Pension contributions

• Free or subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with clinicians, managers, service users, carers, families, and external stakeholders

• Provide leadership and support to junior staff and therapy assistants

• Coordinate occupational therapy student placements

• Contribute to appraisals and personal development planning for junior team members

• Develop and implement policies, protocols, and care pathways

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions for adults with complex mental health needs

Requirements

• Recognised Occupational Therapy qualification

• Extensive clinical experience working with adults with complex mental health needs

• Strong understanding of occupational therapy models, frames of reference, and treatment approaches

• Excellent clinical reasoning and assessment skills

• Experience supporting vulnerable individuals within structured care settings

About Wellesley Hospital

Wellesley Hospital is a modern 75-bed mental health facility built in 2017, working in partnership with NHS Trusts and other healthcare organisations to deliver high-quality patient care in a therapeutic environment.

Why Work in Wellington

Wellington offers a welcoming community, scenic countryside, and excellent local amenities. Combining professional opportunity with a high quality of life, it is an ideal location for career progression and personal wellbeing.

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